visited Salisbury Plain this
morning (Wednesday 24 August), speaking to Ukrainian soldiers
being trained by British Army officials as they marked the 31st
Ukrainian Day of Independence.
Meeting both Ukrainian and British personnel, the Labour Leader
reiterated Labour’s unshakeable commitment to NATO, hailing the
vital work the Organisation has done providing military,
economic, diplomatic and humanitarian assistance to the
region.
Six months since Vladimir Putin waged war on Ukraine, Starmer
thanked British personnel involved in training Ukrainian troops
in the UK and for the work they are undertaking abroad.
MP, Leader of the Labour
Party, said:
“It was an honour to visit Salisbury Plain today and meet
Ukrainian troops being trained by British Army personnel. The
global reputation of British forces is one of grit, class, steely
determination and courage on the battlefield. That’s what I’ve
seen here today.
“I’ve had the opportunity to thank both Ukrainian and British
troops for their service and bravery. I also reiterated the
Labour Party’s unrelenting support for Ukrainian sovereignty, as
the country fights back against Putin’s barbarity.
“The UK remains totally united in the face of Russian aggression.
Our commitment to the Ukrainian people will never waver.
“It is clear Russia’s attack will have long-term implications for
Ukraine and the rest of Europe. British defence and security
services will continue to be a vital force for countering Russian
aggression, and they will always have our full backing."
